--- title: "Quotation for Printing the Sandwell Herald" ocid: "ocds-b5fd17-06a5bb7a-cef6-4738-84fa-868b351e4e5e" canonical_url: "https://d3tenders.com/contract/?ocid=ocds-b5fd17-06a5bb7a-cef6-4738-84fa-868b351e4e5e" markdown_url: "https://d3tenders.com/contract/ocds-b5fd17-06a5bb7a-cef6-4738-84fa-868b351e4e5e.md" json_url: "https://d3tenders.com/contract/ocds-b5fd17-06a5bb7a-cef6-4738-84fa-868b351e4e5e.json" source: "Contracts Finder" current_stage: "Tender" buyer: "SANDWELL METROPOLITAN BOROUGH COUNCIL" published: "2017-04-28" --- # Quotation for Printing the Sandwell Herald Buyer: SANDWELL METROPOLITAN BOROUGH COUNCIL Current stage: Tender OCID: ocds-b5fd17-06a5bb7a-cef6-4738-84fa-868b351e4e5e [View canonical contract page](https://d3tenders.com/contract/?ocid=ocds-b5fd17-06a5bb7a-cef6-4738-84fa-868b351e4e5e) [Download OCDS JSON](https://d3tenders.com/contract/ocds-b5fd17-06a5bb7a-cef6-4738-84fa-868b351e4e5e.json) ## Summary The Sandwell Metropolitan Borough Council is currently seeking quotations for the printing of the Sandwell Herald newspaper for a two-year contract, from 1 July 2017 to 30 June 2019. This open procurement process, titled "Quotation for Printing the Sandwell Herald" (Tender ID: SCC 359), aims to service the distribution of the newspaper, which reaches over 130,000 homes in the region. The deadline for submitting quotations is set for Friday, 12 May 2017, at 15:00hrs, with the initial contract being contingent on funding for subsequent editions. This tender presents a valuable opportunity for printing and delivery service providers looking to expand their portfolios. Companies experienced in newspaper printing, particularly those capable of managing large distribution volumes, are well-positioned to compete. As the council manages its communications in-house and provides the necessary print-ready designs, businesses that can ensure high-quality output and timely delivery will be especially competitive in this tender. ## Notice Quotation for Printing the Sandwell Herald Sandwell Council's Communications Unit is seeking quotations from contractors to handle the print of the Sandwell Herald newspaper in line with its current look for the two-year period, 1 July 2017 to 30 June 2019. Recent editions can be viewed at www.sandwell.gov.uk/herald The Communications Unit designs the Herald in-house and will provide a fully designed PDF ready for printing. The Herald currently distributes to homes three times a year to more than 130,000 homes as well as six Sandwell Local offices. The first edition of the contract would print and distribute in July 2017. This contract is for a minimum of one and a maximum of four editions per year. The contract beyond year one - 30 June 2018 - is subject to funding so there is no guarantee of business beyond this date. The Council will be using the In-tend e-Tendering System for this Procurement exercise, please visit https://in-tendhost.co.uk/sandwellmbc to access the Sandwell MBC In-tend Supplier Portal. From here you will be able to register your company, express an interest in the opportunity, and gain immediate access to Quotation or other related documents. To submit a quotation you will be required to 'Opt In'. For a Step by Step user guide to the Sandwell MBC In-tend Supplier Portal please click on the 'Guidance for Suppliers' section of the website. All procurement responses must be carried out via the Sandwell MBC In-tend Supplier Portal. If you require further assistance in respect of the system please contact the In-tend support team on 0844 272 8810. Closing date: Friday 12 May 2017 at 15:00hrs Additional information: Is a Recurrent Procurement Type? : No ## Key Details | Field | Value | | --- | --- | | Publication source | Contracts Finder | | Latest notice | https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/875fff8c-d416-44d1-828e-5f3f7e510713 | | Notice type | Tender Notice | | Procurement type | Standard | | Procurement category | Services | | Procurement method | Open | | Procurement method details | Open procedure | | Tender suitability | Not specified | | Awardee scale | Not specified | | All stages | Tender | ## Dates | Field | Value | | --- | --- | | Publication date | 28 Apr 2017 | | Submission deadline | 12 May 2017 | | Future notice date | Not specified | | Award date | Not specified | | Contract period | 30 Jun 2017 - 30 Jun 2019 | | Recurrence | Not specified | ## Values | Field | Value | | --- | --- | | Tender value | Not specified | | Lots value | Not specified | | Awards value | Not specified | | Contracts value | Not specified | ## Status | Field | Value | | --- | --- | | Tender status | Active | | Lots status | Not specified | | Awards status | Not specified | | Contracts status | Not specified | ## Buyer | Field | Value | | --- | --- | | Main buyer | SANDWELL METROPOLITAN BOROUGH COUNCIL | | Locality | WEST MIDLANDS | | Post town | Birmingham | | Postcode | B69 3DB | | Country | England | | ITL 1 | TLG West Midlands (England) | | ITL 2 | TLG3 West Midlands | | ITL 3 | TLG37 Sandwell | | Local authority | Sandwell | | Electoral ward | Oldbury | | Westminster constituency | West Bromwich | | Delivery location | TLG West Midlands (England) | ## CPV Codes ### Divisions - 30 - Office and computing machinery, equipment and supplies except furniture and software packages - 79 - Business services: law, marketing, consulting, recruitment, printing and security ### Codes - 30197630 - Printing paper - 79810000 - Printing services - 79823000 - Printing and delivery services ## Release History - 28 Apr 2017 at 13:51 - Tender - Tender Notice - https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/875fff8c-d416-44d1-828e-5f3f7e510713 ## Documents - https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/875fff8c-d416-44d1-828e-5f3f7e510713 28th April 2017 - Opportunity notice on Contracts Finder - https://in-tendhost.co.uk/sandwellmbc/aspx/ Additional information on how to apply for this contract ## Notice URLs - https://in-tendhost.co.uk/sandwellmbc ## Provenance This Markdown file is an alternate public rendering of the D3 Tenders contract record. 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